I think you just do what you can and then forgive yourself. When I got pregnant with my second my first was 6 months so I didn’t need tons and tons of energy. Now I’ve got a 2 year old and 1 year old. I just do what I can at a slower pace.

I could’ve written this. I just went back to work to build up my EI hours for baby number 2. My daughter was such a momma’s girl. But now with working, taking her to daycare, and everything else I’m so exhausted I can’t play with her. My hubby has really stepped up in this and many other areas. But now my daughter is becoming a daddy’s girl. I know it shouldn’t bother me but it breaks my heart a bit when she runs to him and not me.

I’ve felt better overall the second time around. I find that chasing around a toddler has taken my mind off my pregnancy. My energy levels are better. I went back to work just before DD turned 1 and my husband really stepped up, he picks her up from daycare and usually feeds her supper. I do the morning routine and bedtime as I’m still nursing her then.

Just know it can be done, one day at a time, sometime I’m exhausted. I try and cut myself some slack, early bedtimes or naps on the weekend help.

20 minutes in the snow and im exhausted.. i am pulling the 25lbs 2yr old on a sleigh through the unploughed street/lake so it is a workout but still 20 minutes and im DONE!
I am not sure where the energy comes to deal with it all (work, daycare dropoff/pickup, prep dinner, bath, bed routine etc) and then house chores in top of it all.
Some days are better than others

Thankfully your 1year old will have no memory of this time. Give yourself lots of grace. My sister has 3 under 3. 2.8, 1.7, and 6months. She spends a lot of time at my parents place. Use your resources if you have them!

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